THE MELTING POT COOPER CITY
5834 FLAMINGO RD · COOPER CITY · Broward County · FL 33330
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
21 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 6
01B-07-4High Priority – Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed at flip top cooler lower compartment – container of Artichokes with mold. See stop sale
08A-24-5High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed tray to be served – raw chicken touching raw beef and raw vegetables.
02C-01-5High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed at walk in cooler – Garlic butter 10/11/25. See stop sale.
01B-24-5High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed at walk in cooler – Garlic butter 10/11/25. See stop sale.
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler – tofu (44F – Cold Holding)as per employee item not portioned or prepared today. Item held out of temperature for approximately 48 hours. See stop sale.
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler – tofu (44F – Cold Holding)as per employee item not portioned or prepared today. Item held out of temperature for approximately 48 hours. See stop sale.
Intermediate 3
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed green cutting board with mold like substance.
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal container stored in handwashing sink at dishwasher area. Operator removed item. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4Intermediate – Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer without label. **Repeat Violation**
Basic 12
22-20-5Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at ice machine at rear of establishment.
16-21-4Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
32-07-5Basic – Bathroom facility not clean. Observed at employee restroom.
23-24-4Basic – Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at flip top cooler handles. Soiled with food debris and slime. Employee cleaned handles. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4Basic – Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed at beverage room – silverware stored upright. Operator stored items correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
14-09-4Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at flip top cooler in kitchen.
36-17-5Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at walk in freezer – rusted floor.
22-08-4Basic – Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in kitchen – Panasonic microwave soiled with food debris.
29-08-4Basic – Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed handwashing sink with drain pipe broken, using water to collet soiled water.
08B-12-5Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed in expo area – wooden board loaded with vegetables and bread not covered – bowl of vegetables not covered
36-27-5Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at dishwasher area, wall soiled with mold like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-10-4Basic – Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor soiled throughout kitchen.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 19, 2026 8:02 AM.
Violation category totals
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3 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.